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What is the definition of Trigger Thumb?
Trigger finger or thumb, also known as digital stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition in which a finger or thumb is stuck in a position as if it were squeezing a trigger. When the thumb or finger straightens, it may do so with a snap, as if a trigger were being released. Trigger finger or thumb is caused by a narrowing of the sheath that surrounds a tendon due to inflammation, and often occurs from work that requires repetitive gripping motions. The condition is more common in women and people with diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, or gout, or can also occur as a complication of carpal tunnel surgery.
What are the symptoms of Trigger Thumb?
Symptoms of trigger finger are a finger or thumb that locks in a bent position, with a painful snapping or popping when straightening or bending finger, a painful bump at the base of the finger or thumb, stiffness, and worsened symptoms in the morning or with a grasping motion.
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What are the current treatments for Trigger Thumb?
Treatment for trigger finger or thumb can be conservative or require surgery. Conservative treatments focus on reducing swelling by allowing the tendon to rest, which may require wearing a splint or tape, applying ice and heat, and cortisone injections. If conservative treatments fail, then a surgical procedure known as trigger finger release may also be performed.
Who are the top Trigger Thumb Local Doctors?
Advanced in Trigger Thumb
Dr. Brittany J. Behar
Plastic Surgery
Advanced in Trigger Thumb
Dr. Brittany J. Behar
Plastic Surgery

Sutter Bay Medical Foundation

2950 Research Park Dr, 
Soquel, CA 
 (3.6 mi)
831-458-5548
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Brittany Behar is a Plastic Surgeon in Soquel, California. Dr. Behar and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. Her top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Dupuytren Contracture. Dr. Behar is currently accepting new patients.

Experienced in Trigger Thumb
Dr. Randall P. Nacamuli
Plastic Surgery
Experienced in Trigger Thumb
Dr. Randall P. Nacamuli
Plastic Surgery

Dignity Health Medical Foundation

1595 Soquel Dr, 
Santa Cruz, CA 
 (2.9 mi)
Languages Spoken:
English
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Randall Nacamuli is a Plastic Surgeon in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Nacamuli and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Rhizarthrosis, and Trigger Thumb.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Trigger Thumb
Dr. Thomas L. Yen
Plastic Surgery
Experienced in Trigger Thumb
Dr. Thomas L. Yen
Plastic Surgery

Dignity Health Medical Foundation

1595 Soquel Dr, 
Santa Cruz, CA 
 (2.9 mi)
Languages Spoken:
English
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Thomas Yen is a Plastic Surgeon in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Yen and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Trigger Thumb. His top areas of expertise are Dupuytren Contracture, Breast Enlargement In Males, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, and Lymphadenectomy.

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What are the latest Trigger Thumb Clinical Trials?
Trigger Finger Corticosteroid Injection Pain: Palmar Injection Versus Dorsal Intrasynovial (Transthecal) Injection
Trigger Finger Corticosteroid Injection Pain: Palmar Injection Versus Dorsal Intrasynovial (Transthecal) Injection
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: August 19, 2024
Intervention Type: Procedure
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Trigger finger is a common disease of the hand involving swelling and inflammation of the tendon which flexes a finger, causing catching, locking, and/or pain. Trigger finger is typically treated by hand surgeons with a steroid injection through the front/palm side of the hand into the area near the tendon (i.e., at the base of the affected finger). This steroid injection is often combined with a ...

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